A Mud-Block House That is Cheaper, Cooler & Stronger Than Cement

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What is stronger, cooler and cheaper by 20% than cement?

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The ancient architectural practice of interlocking mud brick methods to construct eco-friendly houses.

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Karnataka-based firm Suraksha Mudblock, run by friends Sathwik S and Pradeep Khanderi, is using this method and preventing cement pollution, one brick at a time.

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Since 2016, the company has constructed 1,100 houses using these bricks.

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The process...

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1: Mud is cleaned and sieved to attain the desired quality of fineness. 2: Soil and cement are blended in a batch mixer along with a minimal quantity of plasticiser. 3: The mud is then stabilised and poured into the mould and compressed.

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The unique design, peculiar shape, and structure of the brick enables them to interlock, thereby adding strength to the wall.

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Benefits of interlocking

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1. Saves lakhs of litres of water 2. Avoids use of sand and mortar 3. The bricks are reliable, durable, allow customisations 4. They are low on maintenance

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And the best part....

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They ensure the house is cooler by at least 10 degrees.

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Continue reading more about the house here.

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